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German coach slams media reports of internal conflict and defends club unity

The Lamine Yamal Rumor That Caused Hansi Flick to Explode

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick's angrily dismissed reports of dispute with the club’s hierarchy over teenage star Lamine Yamal calling the claims "complete nonsense" & "a total lie"

Spanish outlet Cadena SER reported this week that tension'd arisen behind the scenes after Yamal allegedly arrived late to the stadium before Barca’s Champions League clash with Paris Saint Germain.

According to the report, Flick punished the 18 year old by leaving him out of the starting XI , a decision the board supposedly tried to overturn by insisting he start.

Flick: "It’s all lies"

Speaking at his pre match press conference ahead of Barcelona vs Girona in La Liga, Flick didn't hold back in rejecting the story.

The German tactician also reiterated that there's no rift with the sporting management and that decisions are made collectively & professionally not under pressure from above.

Yamal & Fermin return for Girona clash

Flick confirmed that Lamine Yamal's available for selection again after missing recent action as is midfielder Fermin Lopez ahead of Saturday’s Matchweek 9 fixture against Girona.